In a massive boost to women’s cricket, the ICC has announced a major hike in the prize money for the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup, now set at a massive INR 39 Cr for the winners. The announcement was made through a release on Monday, for the tournament that would be hosted by India from September 30 to November 2.
Teams to Get INR 118 Cr in All for World Cup 2025
Meanwhile, the total prize for the eight-team tournament is set at INR 118 Cr approximately. That is roughly a 300% increase in the prize money, that stood at only 30 Cr in the last edition in New Zealand in 2022. What comes as a massive surprise is, it even eclipses the total prize money that was set apart for the men’s World Cup in 2023 – at 88 Cr.
That also means, that is 239% increase in the winner’s prize money from 2023 – The Aussies had taken home 11 Cr only. The decision to increase the prize money so significantly, only comes after the ICC’s strategy to grow the women’s game. In fact, a pay parity was announced ahead of the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024.
ICC Chairman Jay Shah Says..
Mr. Jay Shah, ICC Chairman, said: “This announcement marks a defining milestone in the journey of women’s cricket. This four-fold increase in prize money is a landmark moment for women’s cricket and reflects our clear commitment to its long-term growth. Our message is simple, women cricketers must know they will be treated on par with men if they choose this sport professionally.
“The uplift underscores our ambition to deliver a world-class ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup and to inspire the next generation of players and fans. Women’s cricket is on a remarkable upward trajectory, and with this step we are confident the momentum will accelerate. We call upon all stakeholders, fans, media, partners, and Member Boards, to join us in championing the women’s game and ensuring it receives the recognition and respect it deserves.”
Winners to Get INR 39 Cr
As far as the runner’s up are concerned, they are set to get close to INR 20 Cr in prize money, a 273% increase in what England took home in the last edition (5 Cr). The two semi-finalists will be awarded close to INR 10 Cr each. To simplify the mathematics, each win will make a team richer by INR 30 lakh.
Teams ending fifth and sixth, will be eligible for 6 Cr prize money, followed by around 2.5 Cr for the seventh and eighth-placed teams.
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